Elysium, Cyprus

Overview

The Elysium enjoys uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean Sea and has been sensitively designed in a palatial style primarily influenced by the Byzantine era. The cultural references of its architecture evoke the rich history of Cyprus and combine elements from Greek, Roman, Medieval and Venetian times. A blend of local stone, marble and timber, warm muted colours and decorative features such as mosaics, arches and columns reflect the aims of the designers to create a sense of place and tradition, where guests can enjoy a relaxing and stimulating holiday in a peaceful and secluded environment.

A variety of accommodation is offered ranging from Deluxe Bedrooms with balconies to Royal Luxury Studios, Cyprian Maisonettes and Royal Garden Villas with private pools making the resort ideal for families and couples of all ages. Facilities also cater to business travellers with free WIFI throuhgout in the whole hotel, including the lobby, public areas and conference rooms as well as in all bedrooms. All bedrooms have been tastefully designed using materials and soft furnishings in warm earthy colours: stone, ochre and terracotta. Both the fabrics and furniture are based on Cypriot tradition.

Deluxe Bedrooms

All deluxe bedrooms consist of twin, double or king-sized beds and reflect the high standards and elegance of the Elysium’s public areas. These bedrooms have en-suite marble bathrooms with bathtub and hand shower, WC, bidet, magnifying mirror and telephone. Even though the rooms are furnished and equipped of the same high level of standard, you can choose between rooms with inland view, side sea view, and sea view. The hotel also offers rooms for the disabled, as are all hotel public areas wheelchair accessible. Connected units are available upon request.

Cyprian Maisonettes

Traditional to Cyprus, these 23 Cyprian Maisonettes incorporate a double height sitting room overlooked by a mezzanine sleeping gallery, separate shower room and walk-in wardrobe which are located over the entrance and bathroom. Rooms are designed to a high standard in a local style with rustic terracotta tiles and ceilings of timber and bamboo. Impressive arched patio doors overlook the royal gardens from one side (12) or have their own garden on the other (11).

Royal Studios

The “Megaron” with its arcaded ground floor and colonnaded loggias on the first floor is a stately structure housing 12 studios. These rooms offer greater luxury and space than the deluxe bedrooms. As well as being set apart from the main building, they overlook the Tombs of the Kings from one side and the village square from the other. The ground floor units have private gardens with plunge pools.

Family Suites

The Family Suites consist of a bedroom and separate parlour with comfortable seating arrangements, a second LCD TV set, a writing desk and a guest bathroom with WC and shower stall. The Family Suites have private balconies and are available with carpet or marble flooring.

Royal Garden Villas

Set slightly apart from the main building, these villas with private gardens and pool are designed around a traditional village square lined with lemon trees. In the centre of the square is a sunken swimming pool surrounded by a stone colonnade which is particularly beautifully lit at dusk. Each villa also has a private garden, plunge pool and jumbo-bed in its garden. The interior spaces recreate the traditional Cyprian village house with mezzanine sleeping areas and living space of double height. These villas with stunning views are the ultimate retreat for those searching for privacy and tranquility.

Restaurants

Dining is a key element of the Elysium experience. A choice of six restaurants offers guests delicious gourmet menus and appetising healthy options, using locally grown ingredients. Satisfying our executive chef’s demand for fresh and flavourful ingredients, farmers of a plot of land adjacent to the hotel grow a multitude of herbs and vegetables ready to be delivered to the hotel kitchens day by day.

Lemonia Piazza

Reminiscent of a picturesque village square surrounded by arches with heavy timber beams and yellow paving slabs, the spacious Lemonia Piazza is synonymous with the pleasures of al fresco dining overlooking the hotel’s water fountains and cascades. Visit the Lemonia any time of the day, for breakfast, lunch or dinner – with a children’s menu to make sure every member of the family is more than satisfied!

Epicurean Restaurant

A curving cloister leads the way to this restaurant with its impressive décor featuring stone arches and French windows offering uninterrupted views of the gardens and pools. Here you can enjoy the chef’s daily menu which includes Mediterranean fish and meat specialities, as well as an à la carte international menu. Between May and October, the dining room opens onto the Epicurean Terrace, where you can enjoy dinner under the stars in the hotel’s extensive gardens.

Ristorante Bacco

At Ristorante Bacco – a name known and appreciated in a number of European countries – you will enjoy not only a delicious meal, but a complete dining experience in a warm and intimate setting. Authentic Italian cuisine with highlights from Tuscany is captured in a sumptuous menu that includes fresh, homemade pasta dishes, tender meat and fish specialities, and the most popular Italian dessert favourites, all based on original recipes and ingredients. Allow us to recommend a matching Italian wine, or come to the glass-fronted fine wine storage cellar to choose and taste the wine for yourself. Whether you prefer a table indoors or in the sunken courtyard outside, sit back and enjoy Bacco’s unique gastronomic experience in a distinctive ambience.

O’Shin Restaurant

In a secluded area and with a style all its own, the O’Shin Restaurant adds another dimension to the Elysium’s gastronomy options offered. Style and décor featuring illuminated alcoves are as distinctive as every dish. Here our Chefs are proud to present you with an exquisite menu based on the contemporary way and art of Sushi. Fresh produce and unique creations express a cuisine with an inspirational and wandering soul.

Mediterraneo

Our open-air restaurant, only a few steps from the sea, serves Cypriot and Mediterranean specialities. An open kitchen and traditional wooden furniture enhance this inviting restaurant’s ambience that combines traditional décor with a touch of class. Mediterraneo is open daily for lunch. No visitor should leave the island without tasting Mediterraneo’s delights, which includes local speciality dishes, including fresh fish, pasta and a great variety of favourite snacks.

Brasserie Messina

Brasserie Messina is a place for relaxed enjoyment where simple but high quality food is served. Using the finest ingredients our chefs take great joy in serving authentic French cuisine in a Brasserie atmosphere. The menu has several signature dishes like Scallops wrapped in pancetta served with potato purée and red onion compote, Crispy sage prawns accompanied with celery rémoulade. Some traditional dishes include Mussel’s cassolette, Burgundy snails with garlic herb butter, French style beef tenderloin au poivre served with gaufrette potatoes and roasted vegetables and many others. The extensive wine list includes wines from France, new world wines as well as wines from Cyprus and Greece ensuring that there is something for everyone. In addition to a range of French cheeses one could also settle on Creme Brulee, Tart Tatin and Apple Crumble to end the meal on a sweet note. From May to October Brasserie Messina can be enjoyed outdoors.

The Opium Health Spa

The Opium Health Spa is a little piece of paradise we have created especially for you. Effervescent waters, soothing sounds and hypnotic aromas create a luxurious haven for you to unwind and escape.

Our ESPA range of products and treatments has been carefully selected in order to create a memorable spa experience for you. The range has been formulated to combine the therapeutic benefits of highly professional products, ancient and modern techniques, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, marine therapy and skin care.

Enter a world of exquisite beauty and immerse yourself in the abundance of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments.